Gender and Peacebuilding Advisor



Conciliation Resources

Job Description :

Conciliation Resources (CR) is seeking a qualified Gender and Peacebuilding Advisor to join its Research, Advisory and Policy (RAP) Department. This is a strategic and cross-functional role supporting the integration of gender and inclusion in peacebuilding programmes across various conflict-affected regions, with a particular focus on the Horn of Africa, Central Africa, and West Africa.


Key Responsibilities

• Support the integration of gender and inclusion across all CR programme departments, including Cross-regional programmes.
• Provide tailored technical guidance and hands-on support to CR teams and partners, particularly those implementing donor-funded projects with gender-responsive or transformative outcomes.
• Facilitate gender-sensitive conflict analysis and training for staff and partners in diverse conflict settings.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the UK and across Africa to ensure consistency, learning, and quality assurance in gender integration work.
• Support fundraising efforts and contribute to the design and implementation of gender-inclusive programmes.
• Represent CR at external meetings, including with donors and stakeholders, to share learning and advocate for gender and peacebuilding issues.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in integrating gender and inclusion into peacebuilding in conflict-affected areas.
• Strong knowledge of peacebuilding strategies and gender-transformative programming.
• Proven ability to design and deliver trainings and facilitate participatory processes.
• Demonstrated success in programme design, donor engagement, and fundraising.
• Skilled in conflict and gender analysis and translating findings into actionable recommendations.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage diverse workloads in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with stakeholders from diverse cultural and political backgrounds.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, especially in verbal and written English.
• Willingness to travel, including to conflict-affected areas, and undergo hostile environment training.
• Must have the legal right to live and work in Kenya.

Desirable Attributes

• French language proficiency (spoken and written).
• Knowledge of Women, Peace and Security (WPS) policy frameworks and debates, especially within Africa.
• Experience in advocacy, especially around WPS and gender in peacebuilding.
• Prior work in CR’s programme regions (Horn of Africa, Central Africa, West Africa).
• Practical experience conducting gender-focused research in peacebuilding.

How to Apply

Step 1:
Download and complete the following two documents:

Application 1: https://rc-services-assets.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3fs-public/2025-05/Gender%20&%20Peacebuilding%20Advisor,%20Nairobi_Applicant%20information%20form%201.docx


Step 2:

Submit both completed forms via email to:

Job Overview

Company:
Conciliation Resources
Posted On:
12 May 2025
Location:
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
Job Category:
Project and Program Management
Education Level:
Bachelor's Degree
Employment Type:
Full Time
Experience:
5 Years
Salary:
Not mentioned
Closing Date:
2025-05-31